Patient's question:
Low-grade fever with many red rashes on the body, slight nausea for three days. Wondering if a high fever of 40 degrees with many red rashes could be hand, foot, and mouth disease.Doctor's answer:
Considering the high possibility of viral infection, it is recommended to have a complete blood count test to check. If the lymphocyte count is high, it is likely due to viral infection, and it is crucial to provide antiviral treatment. For hand, foot, and mouth disease, it has a significant impact on children. It is advised that family members take the child to a specialized clinic for follow-up treatment under the guidance of a doctor. In daily life, it is okay to give the child some juice, which is beneficial for digestion, vitamin absorption, and preventing stomach problems. We hope the child can recover quickly!